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Worlds of Natural History (Paperback) Loot Price: R1,405
Discovery Miles 14 050
Worlds of Natural History (Paperback): Helen Anne Curry, Nicholas Jardine, James Andrew Secord, Emma C. Spary

Worlds of Natural History (Paperback)

Helen Anne Curry, Nicholas Jardine, James Andrew Secord, Emma C. Spary

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From Aztec accounts of hibernating hummingbirds to contemporary television spectaculars, human encounters with nature have long sparked wonder, curiosity and delight. Written by leading scholars, this richly illustrated volume offers a lively introduction to the history of natural history, from the sixteenth century to the present day. Covering an extraordinary range of topics, from curiosity cabinets and travelling menageries to modern seed banks and radio-tracked wildlife, this volume draws together the work of historians of science, of environment and of art, museum curators and literary scholars. The essays are framed by an introduction charting recent trends in the field and an epilogue outlining the prospects for the future. Accessible to newcomers and established specialists alike, Worlds of Natural History provides a much-needed perspective on current discussions of biodiversity and an enticing overview of an increasingly vital aspect of human history.

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Imprint: Cambridge UniversityPress
Country of origin: United Kingdom
Release date: November 2018
Editors: Helen Anne Curry • Nicholas Jardine • James Andrew Secord • Emma C. Spary
Dimensions: 245 x 190 x 31mm (L x W x T)
Format: Paperback
Pages: 682
ISBN-13: 978-1-316-64971-8
Categories: Books > Science & Mathematics > Science: general issues > History of science
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LSN: 1-316-64971-7
Barcode: 9781316649718

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